The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Wednesday confirmed the onset of the rainy season.
“The occurrence of scattered rainshowers, frequent thunderstorms, the passage of Typhoon ‘Aghon,’ and the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) over the past few days have brought significant rains over the western sections of Luzon and Visayas signifies the start of the rainy season in the country,” PAGASA said in a press release.
The state weather bureau added that the high chance of La Niña conditions to develop between July and September increases the likelihood of above-normal rainfall conditions in some areas of the country, particularly toward year’s end.
“On the other hand, there may be breaks in rainfall that extend over a few days or weeks, also referred to as monsoon breaks,” it said.
PAGASA said it will continue to monitor the country’s weather and climate situation.
“The public and all concerned agencies are advised to take precautionary measures against the adverse impacts of the rainy season, Habagat, and the impending La Niña such as floods and rain-induced landslides,” the bureau announced.
